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Sorry guys, another question.
I notice charging handles didn't come with my "upper parts kit." So, which charging handle for a scoped rifle build?
Caliber will be 6.5 Grendel (of course!)
Not going to run a suppressor.
Right-handed use.
Thanks!
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I have large handle, ambidextrous charging handles in my scoped ARs (Geissele & Radian). I have a carbine with a Aimpoint red dot sight that has a standard BCM handle. The large handle units are easier to get a hold of on scoped ARs. Mediums would probably work OK...
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I really like Griffin SNATCH charging handles. I have not had much occasion to thoroughly test on a suppressed upper, but the ability to manipulate the charging handle easily is great. The side latches operate smoothly for me.
Link -
https://www.griffinarmament.com/sn-ach-s...le-handle/
Might be better deals available, but it was just a quick reference.
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Devil dog concepts hard side charger.
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Can't go wrong with a Radian Raptor LT.
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I use this Badger Tactical latch I get from Brownells. Im right handed and this latch is easy to use with any scoped rifle but does not snag. This latch doesnt gouge me if I have to shoulder my AR or carry it on my back. It is not real expensive and easy to change the latch on a standard charging handle by drifting out a compression pin.
https://www.brownells.com/rifle-parts/bo...=093000024
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I've used Geissele Super and Airborne, Radian Raptor, Strike Industries extended latch, and just the Strike $10 extended latch. If it's light duty, the $10 Strike latch is fine. I have broken one clearing a malfunction during a competition stage, though. Overall, I like the Geisseles best, with the size of the scope bell dictating the latch size. They all really work fine though.
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My favorite is the Radian Raptor, but I picked mine up years ago when they were much less expensive. I recently bought a Strike Industries Latchless Charging Handle on sale on my Grendel with an SWFA 3-15x42 and am surprised at how much I like it. You can buy extensions for the "wings" if you like, but I haven't found them necessary for my scope. If you have a larger diameter optic, those could be helpful.
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PRI Gas buster or PRI latch installed in a standard CH, as long as its 7075 T6 Mil-Std, not imitation.
BCM Gunfighter, Small, Medium, or Large per your preference
Strike Industries extended latch CH
Radian
Geissele
Some of the latches can get really out of control in size, so be aware of that.
I like the feel of the PRI rounded latch the best after using them all.
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